My Longevity Simulation

Chapter 817: Li Fan Takes Over

[Truth] had countless advantages, but its only drawback was that each simulation allowed for the preservation of only one item.

The choice between cultivation progress and treasures often left Li Fan in a dilemma.

However, the newly introduced feature of bound-item replacement solved a major issue for him.

That said, anchor points were not easy to come by.

So far, no method had been found to increase their energy charge.

Thus, whether to replace an item or not required careful consideration.

"However, I already have an idea on how to create new anchor points."

"I just need an opportunity to test it myself."

With Shang Tianci working diligently, the once monotonous scenery of the Spiritwood Realm gradually transformed, displaying a myriad of breathtaking landscapes.

As various wondrous sights that should not have existed appeared, combined with the towering Spirit Trees within the realm, the world itself seemed to be undergoing some kind of profound transformation.

Having refined the Heart of the Spiritwood, Li Fan was highly attuned to these changes.

"This is essentially the equivalent of plundering external resources and using them to nourish this world."

"The Spiritwood Realm had already reached its limit, but if it receives a continuous supply of external energy, it might undergo what is known as ascension."

Li Fan carefully sensed whether this change was reflected in his cultivation progress.

Unfortunately, after a long period of observation, he found nothing.

Perhaps the world had yet to undergo a true transformation. Or perhaps, the concept of a world itself was beyond the scope of the Sitting Immortal Art.

However, another source of feedback was much clearer.

Upon closer inspection, Li Fan vaguely saw the figures of Su Yuqing and others who had left the realm.

"In an environment as barren of spiritual energy as the Great Li Realm, even within an artificially created cultivation field, they've already managed to break into the Qi Condensation Stage this quickly…"

"Not bad."

Li Fan nodded to himself.

"It looks like I need to pick up the pace as well."

After giving some instructions, Li Fan did not bring Tianyang with him. Instead, he traveled alone to Congyun Sea.

Compared to the tense atmosphere across the various prefectures of the mainland, Congyun Sea remained relatively unchanged.

The shadow of war had yet to spread here. Cultivators could still be seen coming and going swiftly between islands.

Concealing his presence, Li Fan silently flew toward the western-central waters of Congyun Sea, approaching an island known as Haixuan Island.

From afar, he could see a grand formation enveloping the island, radiating an unmistakable aura of killing intent, warning outsiders to stay away.

"The [Taihuang Eight Extremes Dragon-Slaying Formation]… It is said that two Soul Transformation formation masters were hired at great cost to set it up. Any cultivator below the Dao Integration Realm who steps inside will either die or be gravely injured."

Li Fan's eyes gleamed with insight.

Within his Sea of Consciousness, the Final Dissociation Disc emitted a soft white glow.

In an instant, the seemingly unbreakable formation before him was completely unraveled.

Without triggering even the slightest reaction from the formation, Li Fan slipped inside, transforming into an imperceptible black streak.

"Senior Ji, come on…"

From within Haixuan Island, the flirtatious laughter of several women could be faintly heard.

"What a fragrant wine! And such fragrant beauties!"

Alongside the laughter came the wanton, unrestrained voice of a middle-aged man.

Li Fan quietly hovered above a cave dwelling on the island, peering downward.

The master of Haixuan Island, a Golden Core cultivator named Ji Shaoli, sat in indulgence, holding two identical twin female cultivators in his arms.

Below him, seven more women of various enchanting physiques danced seductively.

Even with Grand Preceptor Li’s discerning eye, these nine female cultivators could at least be considered of above-average beauty.

"Ji Shaoli… the greatest winner in the history of Congyun Sea’s 'Fixed Fish' wager, a man whom countless cultivators envy."

"A mere Foundation Establishment cultivator, yet he already amassed five million in wealth."

"Unfortunately, he succumbed to a life of pleasure, and his cultivation stagnated at the Golden Core Realm…"

Information about the other party flashed through Li Fan's mind in an instant.

"For his own pleasure, he even built a grand harem on this island. Whenever he had free time, he would select beautiful women from among the mortals, train them in cultivation, and then indulge in them."

"To prevent outsiders from spying and to protect his own life, he even invited a Soul Transformation Formation Master to set up the [Taihuang Eight Extremes Dragon-Slaying Formation] on the island."

"A man who knows how to enjoy himself."

"Unfortunately, with the arrival of the Crimson Flame, he is doomed to perish."

Li Fan shook his head slightly.

Hidden above, he had been watching in secret, waiting for the fierce battle to conclude. Only after Ji Shaoli embraced his harem of female cultivators and drifted into a deep sleep did Li Fan descend like a phantom, appearing right beside him.

With a flicker of power, he activated the Binding Insect Divine Ability, instantly seizing control of Ji Shaoli.

At the same time, his Cloud-Water Illusion Dream Technique enveloped the female cultivators present.

When they awoke, they would only believe that they had fallen out of favor with Ji Shaoli and had been banished from the island.

As for Ji Shaoli…

Li Fan had decided to replace him with a clone!

Since he planned to sit back and watch the tigers fight, there was no need to join the Ten Thousand Immortal Alliance.

However, without the Tianxuan Mirror, accessing information or conducting trade would be highly inconvenient.

After some thought, Li Fan came up with a solution.

There were many reasons for choosing Ji Shaoli.

The man was already immensely wealthy—within Congyun Sea, he could be considered a true tycoon.

This saved Li Fan the trouble of amassing resources from scratch.

Moreover, Haixuan Island, originally one of the many strongholds guarding Congyun Sea, had long since lost its strategic value due to the depletion of its natural resources and had been abandoned.

Ji Shaoli had purchased the island, restored it, and fully equipped it with infrastructure.

Now, it possessed everything necessary—a teleportation formation leading to Ten Thousand Immortal Island, a personal Tianxuan Mirror, and more.

Occupying this island would save Li Fan considerable effort.

"Before, I was wary that the Tianxuan Mirror might monitor the surroundings and expose my secrets, so I was always careful and rarely carried it with me."

"But now that I have the [Final Dissociation Disc] as protection, I don’t need to worry about that anymore."

...

Using the Purple Heaven Soul-Viewing Technique, Li Fan completely extracted Ji Shaoli’s memories.

He then took a drop of Ji Shaoli’s blood and used the Mysterious True Spirit Transformation to create a perfect clone identical to him.

Afterward, he crafted a stone coffin.

Just as he had done in his 115th lifetime with Zhou Qingang, he sealed Ji Shaoli away.

Out of generosity, he even used the Cloud-Water Illusion Dream Technique to keep Ji Shaoli permanently trapped in an illusion of endless pleasure.

Three days later, the female cultivators left the island with a few spirit stones, their expressions sorrowful.

Meanwhile, Ji Shaoli had already been suppressed deep within the Congyun Sea.

Without a sound, Haixuan Island had changed owners.

"Without the Dissociation Disc to disrupt formations and deceive the Tianxuan Mirror, without the Mysterious True Spirit Transformation to swap identities…"

"Even if someone conquered this island, they would never be able to seize his wealth so effortlessly as I have."

Ji Shaoli’s clone examined his current contribution points—6.78 million.

It was actually far more than when he had once won the grand prize.

"Hmm, judging by his transaction history, Ji Shaoli was quite a capable individual."

"He knew how to make wealth grow instead of squandering it."

"Compared to Fellow Daoist He, he’s much better."